Senior Marine Biologist

Stantec; Remote; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm in Canada is seeking a Senior Marine Biologist to join their team. This role involves leading and managing marine field programs, developing Fisheries Act authorizations, and conducting environmental impact assessments. The successful candidate will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and engage with clients and stakeholders. Ideal for those who thrive in fast-paced environments, this position offers opportunities for professional growth and involvement in exciting marine projects across Canada's coastlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing marine datasets and field programs.
• Proficient in leading environmental assessments.
• Strong mentoring and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and manage marine field programs.
• Assemble, analyze and manage marine datasets.
• Lead development of Fisheries Act authorization applications.
• Conduct environmental effects assessments for marine infrastructure.
• Engage with clients, regulators, and First Nations.

Skills

Marine field program planning

Data analysis

Fisheries Act application development

Environmental impact assessments

Client engagement

Job description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

Stantec has several very exciting marine projects and opportunities, and we are looking for a talented Senior Marine Biologist to join our team. The position can be based in any of our British Columbia offices and provides opportunities to work on all three of Canada’s marine coastlines. The successful candidate will work with multi-disciplinary teams and contribute to environmental assessments and applications for Fisheries Act authorizations. Tasks vary from project to project and broadly include planning and directing field work, leading data analysis and reporting, proposal development, and engaging with clients, DFO and First Nations. Stantec works across all sectors which provides new learning opportunities on each project. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment, then Stantec is a great place to grow your career!

Your Key Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and manage marine field programs
• Assemble, analyze and manage marine datasets
• Lead development of Fisheries Act authorization applications, including developing offsets
• Lead environmental effects/impact assessments for proposed marine infrastructure
• Manage marine tasks or projects according to the approved scope of work, schedule and budget
• Support engagement with clients, regulators and First Nations
• Provide mentoring and leadership to junior and intermediate staff
• Participate in business development opportunities and proposal development